Because of the work I do and my creative interests, many people assume that I've always lived in a city ... at least until they hear my accent.But that is not the case. I grew up on a dirt road in southern Oklahoma surrounded by wooded hills, streams, pasture land, and peanut farms. Our 20-acre … Continue reading A country boy with a window to the world
Lessons Learned and Remembered: The Power of a Spiritual Marker
It’s an odd thing to keep – a beat-up, old fishing lure with no hooks. It’s been with me for quite a while – more than 20 years. The lure has traveled with me through various cross-country and cross-town moves. It has no value for catching fish and I don't really go fishing anymore. I … Continue reading Lessons Learned and Remembered: The Power of a Spiritual Marker
Reading Acts 1:8 with Fresh Eyes
The Great Commission and Acts 1:8 constitute a portion of what Jesus shared with His followers just before His ascension. Matthew 28:18-20 and Acts 1:8 provide the marching orders for Christians. So much more than just calling us to evangelism, Jesus’ last words called believers to a world-wide mission of disciplemaking. I think it good … Continue reading Reading Acts 1:8 with Fresh Eyes
Don’t Treat the Bible Like It’s Obsolete
I really enjoy old things – I guess that’s a prerequisite for an archaeologist. I own a group of fun, old things that could be properly categorized as "obsolete tech." I have a Victrola record player from 1915, a Smith-Corona typewriter from the late 1940s, two Canon cameras (a 1950s model and a 1970s model), … Continue reading Don’t Treat the Bible Like It’s Obsolete
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